Mine Hunting Body

Item Name Code (INC) 50638

Degaussing and Mine Sweeping Equipment
Federal Supply Class: FSC 1075
NATO Supply Classification Class: NSC 1075
Weapons
Federal Supply Group: FSG 10
NATO Supply Classification Group: NSG 10
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INC 50638 Mine Hunting Body
INC 50638 Mine Hunting Body

A submarine vehicle, wire-guided and initiated by a surface mine hunter ship, which sets down a WARHEAD (1), BODY, MINE HUNTING near targets such as bottom or tethered mines to destroy them. Excludes TOWED BODY, SONAR.

Additional Information for Mine Hunting Body Additional Information for Mine Hunting Body

Mine Hunting Body refers to a specific component or system used in the field of mine hunting. It is a part of the supply class Degaussing and Mine Sweeping Equipment, which falls under the supply group Weapons.

Mine hunting bodies are designed to detect and locate underwater mines. They are typically equipped with various sensors and sonar systems that can detect the presence of mines in the water. These bodies are often attached to mine hunting vessels or remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) that are used for mine clearance operations.

The purpose of mine hunting bodies is to ensure the safety of maritime operations by identifying and neutralizing potential threats posed by underwater mines. They play a crucial role in mine countermeasures and are an essential component of naval warfare and maritime security.

Please note that the specific design and capabilities of mine hunting bodies may vary depending on the manufacturer and the specific requirements of the mine clearance operation.

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815-1-10-508
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 4